In Regression Analysis, the Explanatory Variables

question 1

Multiple Choice

In regression analysis, the explanatory variables

• A)are always price and income.
• B)are the variables whose variations are to be explained.
• C)are the factors that are thought to affect the dependent variable.
• D)are used to explain the random error term.

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Definitions:

Working Capital

Current assets minus current liabilities, representing the short-term liquidity and operational efficiency of a business.

Current Ratio

An indicator of financial health showing whether a business can cover its short-term debts with assets that can be quickly converted into cash.

Acid-Test Ratio

A stringent indicator of a company's short-term liquidity, calculated by dividing liquid assets by current liabilities.

Times Interest Earned

This is a financial ratio that measures a company's ability to meet its debt obligations by comparing its interest expenses to its earnings before interest and taxes.